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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP19246) and 2 other sources
In the small town of Honesdale, Pennsylvania, a community was left with lingering questions following the disappearance of one of their own. Richard P. Redzich, a 57-year-old man, was last seen on the morning of July 26, 2005. He reportedly left his residence on 11th street around 8 a.m. for an appointment and was never heard from again. At the time he went missing, he was described as a white male, standing 5 feet 10 inches tall and weighing approximately 220 pounds. Concerns for his well-being were amplified by the fact that he relied on anti-psychotic medication and mood stabilizers, leading to fears that he may have been experiencing a delusional episode.

The search for Richard continued for months with no significant leads. A breakthrough in the case, however, seemed to come on November 4, 2005, when his vehicle was discovered abandoned. The car was found stuck in a wooded area, a detail that only deepened the mystery surrounding his whereabouts. Hope that the discovery of his car would lead to finding him quickly faded as extensive searches of the surrounding area yielded no clues. Despite the efforts of law enforcement and the community, there was no sign of Richard Redzich.

Years have passed since Richard Redzich was last seen, and his case remains an open and troubling mystery. The initial discovery of his vehicle suggested a possible direction for the investigation, but the lack of any further evidence has left his family and friends without answers. The circumstances of his disappearance, including his departure for an appointment and the subsequent finding of his car in a wooded area, create a perplexing narrative. With no further information available, the case has grown cold, leaving a void in the lives of those who knew him and a lingering sense of uncertainty within the Honesdale community. The Pennsylvania State Police continue to list him as a missing person, holding out hope that one day, information will surface to bring closure to this long-unsolved case.

Last Seen: Jul 26, 2005

Possible Unidentified Matches (8)

Unidentified remains cases whose details are consistent with this person, ranked by how closely they compare. Fields that are unknown in either case are left out of the score.

81%Moderate
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP5637
John Doe — New York, New York
UP5637 • Found Nov 2, 2005
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 57
Race 100%White
Location 78%88 mi away
TimingFound 3 months after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 5'10"
Weight 100%212 lb vs 220 lb
79%Possible
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP5558
John Doe — New York, New York
UP5558 • Found Oct 5, 2007
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 57 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 78%88 mi away
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 5'10"
Weight 83%179 lb vs 220 lb
78%Possible
John Doe — Queens, New York - unidentified case UP5268
John Doe — Queens, New York
UP5268 • Found Dec 14, 2008
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50–65 vs 57 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 76%96 mi away
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 5'10"
Weight 95%192 lb vs 220 lb
78%Possible
John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania - unidentified case UP2834
John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
UP2834 • Found Dec 13, 2007
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50–65 vs 57 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 73%111 mi away, same state
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'10"
Weight 98%244 lb vs 220 lb
77%Possible
John Doe — Weehawken, New Jersey - unidentified case UP1674
John Doe — Weehawken, New Jersey
UP1674 • Found Nov 6, 2007
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 40–55 vs 57 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 79%85 mi away
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'10"
Weight 97%195 lb vs 220 lb
77%Possible
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP2693
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP2693 • Found Aug 29, 2006
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 55–65 vs 57 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 77%92 mi away
TimingFound 13 months after last seen
Height 84%5'8" vs 5'10"
Weight 75%171 lb vs 220 lb
76%Possible
John Doe — Fort Lee, New Jersey - unidentified case UP1512
John Doe — Fort Lee, New Jersey
UP1512 • Found Apr 6, 2006
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 44–64 vs 57
Race 100%White
Location 80%84 mi away
TimingFound 8 months after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'10"
75%Possible
John Doe — Atlantic City, New Jersey - unidentified case UP1610
John Doe — Atlantic City, New Jersey
UP1610 • Found Aug 28, 2006
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Sex ✓Male
Age 93%Est. 41–56 vs 57 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 63%159 mi away
TimingFound 13 months after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 5'10"
Weight 70%165 lb vs 220 lb

These comparisons are generated automatically from public NamUs case data and are not confirmed identifications. Only DNA, dental or fingerprint comparison by investigators can confirm an identity. If you believe two cases are connected, contact the agency handling the unidentified case.

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